USF Summer Conditioning, Top 10 Performers

Larry Weisbaum

08/04/2009

With the USF football team about to start fall practice this week, now's a good time to check out your 2009 Bulls. Last week the Bulls did their annual testing, and USFNation has you covered. Read on and see the top 10 players in each summer testing category. Stay informed with USFNation.com

The start of preseason practice this week means that the Bulls have concluded another strenuous off-season conditioning program under the guidance of USF Strength Coach Ronnie McKeefery.

"We try to challenge the
team mentally and physically through the off-season conditioning program," said
Coach McKeefery. "We want them to know that after going through winter, spring
and summer, they can say I put my time in, "I can handle what ever you throw at
me."

Entering this pre-season the Bulls are abundant with talent, and the position battles will be a lot more competitive then it's ever been in years past. In every position on offense and defense; there are guys battling it out. "They're not just out there working," said McKeefery. "They're out there trying to impress and earn a spot."

In 2009 the Bulls graded out better statically in every category; Team strength, team speed, team power, and especially team athleticism. That all comes from the work that Coach McKeefery and his strength & conditioning staff instills on the team. "This summer I challenged the guys," said McKeefery. "And many of the guys stepped up."